1988/1038(CNS)

Nitrates from Diffuse Sources Water Pollution Directive

PROPOSAL FOR A COUNCIL DIRECTIVE CONCERNING OF FRESH, COASTAL AND MARINE WATERS AGAINST POLLUTION CAUSED BY NITRATES FROM DIFFUSE SOURCES

Stage: In force, reached 31 Dec 1991
In force: In force · CELEX 31991L0676
Transposition deadline: 19 Dec 1993
Procedure: Directive · Consultation procedure
Lead DG: DG ENV
Last activity: 31 Dec 1991

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Directive 91/676/EEC requires Member States to designate nitrate-vulnerable zones and adopt action programs limiting land application of fertilizers and livestock manure. It covers fresh, coastal and marine waters, with monitoring and reporting duties. It entered into force on notification, 19 December 1991, and remains in force.

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